Motherly – A wellbeing brand empowering mothers to thrive
×
gibberish - Motherly

Do babies speak a “secret language”? A viral TikTok has parents all curious

At one predictable moment, a baby onscreen bursts into laughter, and parents gleefully scribble across the screen: “I think she understood.”

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
kids eating cereal for breakfast - healthy cereals for kids

10 healthy cereal options to get you through busy school mornings

Even as an RD, I don’t always have it in me to make breakfast from scratch.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
American Girl plush doll

American Girl just gave us plush versions of our childhood obsessions (and my inner Molly McIntire stan is living)

Each doll is $65 and comes with a board book. Your inner child is not included but will probably show up uninvited anyway.

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
bed rot - Motherly

Do moms ever get to ‘bed rot’ again? This viral debate hits hard

In her video, which has more than 2 million views, DiDonato said the second she had her baby, she stopped sitting down

Updated Aug. 22, 2025

2025 State of Motherhood Survey

Motherhood can be so many things. And we want to hear what it’s like for you in 2025.

Read the report
Rural america maternal care

Pregnant moms are losing safe places to give birth—and rural families are paying the price

Because in parts of rural America, it’s not just hard to find a place to give birth. It’s becoming nearly impossible.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025
a pregnant woman eating a salad to reduce stress during pregnancy

Why stress during pregnancy affects your baby’s gut health

“The upshot is that pregnant women should be pampered if we want the best for their babies.”

Updated Jul. 31, 2025
a baby sleeping in a basket - French baby names

French baby names are having a moment—and Olivia Culpo’s pick shows exactly why

French baby names offer a quiet magic that touches on meaning, sound, and feeling all at once.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025
a pregnant woman in a car

Florida just made parking easier for pregnant moms—could your state be next?

The CDC notes that many pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia or pelvic instability, impact walking or standing.

Updated Jul. 25, 2025
bagpack

Why some moms check every backpack on a playdate—and what it says about parenting today

When does checking a child’s belongings become a tool for guidance, and when does it cross the line?

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
Woman describing her 6 year old's questions

Mom’s 6-year-old asks the kind of questions that leave parents laughing—and low-key rethinking life

“Why are you always going to work but never have any money?” to “When I sneeze do my bones come out?”

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
Mother giving birthday gift to child

The hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays—and why moms are done carrying it alone

A mom’s Reddit post reveals the hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays, from planning to presents, and why recognition matters.

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
Baby comes home

They went in for a 38-week appointment… and came home with a baby

At 38 weeks pregnant, they expected a quick check-in with their doctor and then to head back home to keep preparing for their baby’s arrival.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025
pregnant woman with hand on her belly- motherly top pregnancy stories

Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

Read More Details
Women's History Month - Mom and grandma reading a book to her son

6 ways to celebrate Women’s History Month with your kids

Make memories while building lasting knowledge with these fun and easy ideas.

Read More Details
video podcast flower - Motherly

State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

Watch Now

Our Video Series

It's Science

This Is Birth

We started our curated This is: Birth film series to give representation to the many varied ways that women give birth. Shot by talented independent videographers, these birth films can be a resource for the expecting mama or anyone who is curious to see what birth really looks like.
origin

Mom Hacks

Motherly's Mom Hacks video series is hacking you way through motherhood. Work smarter, not harder, mama

Motherly's Podcast Series

Stay up to date on our two original podcasts

Explore More

affectionate couple in bed - sex after kids

Sex after kids: You’ll have less, then more, then less—it’s all normal

Just because you’re having less sex now doesn’t mean it will always be like that.

Updated Jan. 23, 2024
Britney Spears and Sam Asghari

Britney Spears and fiancé share devastating miscarriage news: ‘We have lost our miracle baby’

"We are grateful for what we have in the process of expanding our beautiful family."

Updated May. 21, 2022
siblings reading barefoot

The ultimate list of spy books for the little super sleuth in your life

There’s nothing covert about how amazing these spy books are, perfect for curious minds and little spies.

Updated May. 26, 2022
SIDS research study: mother holding sleeping baby

Why some babies are vulnerable to SIDS: A potential biomarker may hold the clue

The findings pave the way for new screening tools to prevent SIDS deaths in the future.

Updated Oct. 09, 2024
dad and daughter reading card- free printable father's day cards

12 thoughtful (and free!) Father’s Day cards you can print at home

Show dad how much you love and appreciate him this Father’s Day.

Updated May. 01, 2024
Kids playing at recess

New Georgia law prevents schools from withholding recess as punishment

Starting next year, elementary students will also be required to have recess every day.

Updated May. 16, 2022
daughter on dads shoulders

Nicole Phelps on raising resilient kids—’It’s giving yourself grace’

Along with husband, Michael Phelps, and their foundation, they are helping parents everywhere with their new video series

Updated Oct. 31, 2022
mom with baby

This time-lapse video proves maternity leave is not a ‘vacation’—it’s essential

Advocating for mamas and families everywhere—because maternity leave is so much more than "a break."

Updated Aug. 28, 2023
Formula shortage tweet overlay on newborn baby drinking bottle

The White House announces new steps to address the U.S. formula shortage crisis

The President has announced additional measures to resolve the infant formula shortage.

Updated May. 19, 2022
formula-feeding: mom feeding baby with bottle

Formula-feeding moms don’t need breastmilk advice right now

Suggesting that moms should “just breastfeed” ignores their own mental, physical and emotional needs.

Updated May. 12, 2022
Kelly Osbourne holding ultrasound photo

Kelly Osbourne is pregnant with her first child!

"I am over the moon to announce that I am going to be a Mumma."

Updated May. 12, 2022
mom and baby on the bed

The formula shortage is just the latest crisis society has heaped on mothers 

The news that a widespread baby formula outage is threatening the health of millions of American babies should be a shock. 

Updated May. 12, 2022
mama and newborn

The great baby bust of 2022: why moms are deciding not to have more kids

From medical to financial concerns—the largest percentage of millennial and Gen Z moms ever are saying they don't plan to have more children.

Updated May. 17, 2022
four kids eating popsicles

8 popsicle molds you’ll use over and over all summer long

When you control the ingredients, popsicles can go from an occasional treat to part of the daily routine.

Updated Jun. 23, 2023
daniel tiger

15 TV shows about kindness for kids

Entertainment with a side of educational learning.

Updated Oct. 08, 2023
Amanda Seyfried poses on Variety red carpet

Amanda Seyfried says she enjoyed childbirth so much, she almost became a doula

“I was like, 'This is the most amazing thing I’ve ever been a part of. I have to be there for women; childbirth is amazing.'"

Updated Oct. 31, 2022
youth sports: group of moms watching kids play soccer

I complain a lot about youth sports but I’m going to miss them

Even as I sit in my folding chair watching my kids sport du jour, I can feel myself missing these days. 

Updated May. 12, 2022
Nonspeaking student with autism delivers commencement speech

Nonspeaking student with autism delivers brilliant commencement speech

Rollins College valedictorian Elizabeth Bonker urges her fellow graduates to use their voices, serve others, and see the value in everyone they meet.

Updated May. 12, 2022
little boy coloring

14 activity books for kids of all ages

From mazes to making your own slime, these activity books will help keep kids brains, and hands, busy any day of the week.

Updated May. 12, 2022
×